Cultured pearl and diamond necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels

Set with white and grey cultured pearls, the two-tone gold mount of intertwined design accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 370mm, signed VCA, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Signed V.C.A, numbered M40821, maker's mark, French assay mark and stamped OR750 for 18 carat gold. Cultured pearls well matched in colour, of white and grey body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, good skin and lustre, minor blemishes. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 65.00 - 70.00 carats, on average E-G colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to the metal consistent with wear. Clasp secure, collapsible safety catch. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 161 grams.
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